West Hartford Post-Judgment Modification Lawyers

Family law judgments can be modified depending on the circumstances. These can be areas such as child support, child custody and alimony orders. Generally, there must be a substantial change in circumstances; however, each type of order differs. Whether you have lost your job or plan on moving to another state, an experienced family law attorney can seek modification on your behalf.

At the West Hartford law firm ofZaslow & Sandler, LLC, we have over 30 years of combined experience helping people resolve their family law matters. We understand that life constantly changes and can sit down and discuss with you whether your judgment is modifiable. If modifiable, we can then help you petition a modification of judgment that fits your needs and goals.

To talk to an experienced West Hartford post-judgment modification lawyer at Zaslow & Sandler, LLC [Link to Firm Overview], please contact us online or call toll free at (866) 676-0364.

Child Support Modifications

Child support is dictated by state child support guidelines, a standard formula that examines factors such as both parties' incomes and earning capacities. The whole financial picture is looked at. In Connecticut, there is a rebuttable presumption that child support cannot be modified unless there is a 15 percent request to increase or decrease the support amount. This can be rebutted with the assistance of our experienced post-judgment modification lawyers.

There must be a substantial change in circumstances, such as a financial inability to pay or an increased surplus in income of a party. For example, one parent may have lost their job and can no longer meet payments. One parent may have received a large salary increase and the other parent wishes to reflect this in the support amount.

If the parties are divorced, the judgment may state how and when child support can be modified. A prior court may have barred child support modification or specifically stated the circumstances in which modification is acceptable. These factors are all considered in child support modification requests.

Child Custody Modifications

The best interests of the child is always the standard in child custody and visitation issues. In terms of child custody modification, often times a parent needs to relocate, thus requiring a post-judgment modification. If a party wishes to modify a child custody agreement, they must show a substantial change in circumstances. Furthermore, any modification must meet the best interests of the child standard.

Alimony Modifications

Modifying alimony is always dependent upon what the order or agreement states. Alimony is only modifiable to the extent that the original judgment allows and may even completely bar modification. Our attorneys can review the judgment and make the best argument possible on your behalf.

If a judgment is modifiable, then certain qualifications must be met. This is usually a substantial change in factors such as income, money, health or special needs of a child. Alimony can be reduced or increased either by the amount, term or both.

Contact Alimony, Child Support and Custody Attorneys in Connecticut

For additional information about post-judgment modifications, or to discuss your issues with an experienced post-modification attorney, please schedule a confidential consultation by calling us at (860) 956-5693 (locally) or toll free at (866) 676-0364 or contact us online.